A self-directed IRA could be a good way to defer taxes, but there are some rules to keep in mind—like keeping all the income in the IRA until retirement.

Any advice on the matter is greatly appreciated.Don't use poison, keep to the rat traps.

Usually a couple of times with the late fees is enough to keep tenants in line.

These are 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom properties that I had originally planned to keep in my rental portfolio, but my plans changed.

I'd keep an eye out for future development and path of progress plays.  

Basically - I want a PM who keeps the property in good shape and occupied to get paid, and a PM who is either bad at maintaining properties and finding good tenants, or just really unlucky, to not get paid.- PM charges 8% of rent, which escalates to 10% if the property exceeds 95% occupancy with rent collection. - PM charges minimal fees.- PM is contractually obligated to perform annual maintenance/inspection to keep property in top shape. - PM provides a cash based accounting report every month, for every unit under management, that clearly labels all rent, all expenses, including management fees, and the net directly ties to the amount of money deposited into my bank account.- PM is a licensed handyman, or has them on staff, and takes care of most unit turn work at a reasonable rate. - PM has no breakup/termination fee- PM does not take project management fees, except on large or complicated CapEx projects exceeding $5,000. 

I just keep using my rental cash flow to pay off these short term loans.

If you have a solid deal in the Finger Lakes (which you have said has high equity growth), keep the bird in the hand. 3.

Keep me posted on your progress and I might have someone for you when it's complete. 

I just keep my license as I am proud of it..